Water Tips

If your water bill seems high, check immediately for leaks in your system. A dripping faucet or other unsuspected leaks may be the cause of a high bill.

The smallest of these leaks will add over $20.00 to your billing:

Water Waste at 40 Pounds Pressure

1/32 leak water 170 gallons in 24 hours

1/16 leak wastes 970 gallons in 24 hours

1/8 leak water 3600 gallons in 24 hours

A payment drop-box is available at the City offices for your convenience.

Water Conservation Tips:

Take short showers – a 5 minute shower uses 4 to 5 gallons of water compared to up to 50 gallons for a bath.

Shut off water while brushing your teeth, washing your hair and shaving and save up to 500 gallons a month

Use a water – efficient showerhead. They’re inexpensive, easy to install, and can save you up to 750 gallons a month

Run your clothes washer and dishwasher only when they are full. You can save up to 1,000 gallons per month

Water plants only when necessary.

Fix leaky toilets and faucets. Faucet washers are inexpensive and take only a few minutes to replace. To check your toilet for a leak, place a few drops of food coloring in the tank and wait. If it seeps into the toilet bowl without flushing, you have a leak. Fixing it or replacing it with a new, more efficient model can save up to 1,000 gallons a month

Adjust sprinklers so only your lawn is watered. Apply water only as fast as the soil can absorb it and during the cooler part of the day to reduce evaporation.

Teach your kids about water conservation to ensure a future generation that uses water wisely. Make it a family effort to reduce next month’s water bill!